Happy to announce that after a two-year layoff (young kids), I plan on getting back onto my 640 for a few day trips (maybe longer, God (wife) willing!) this year so perhaps on my journeys I will see a few old friends and meet some new ones from this site.

I was thinking about the "Orange Dragon" when I saw that rocky section. It looks okay but I have seen pictures of hills I climbed that looked much easier on the picture. (maybe looks less steep since you are looking upward when you take it. )

It looks like a fun ride. It would be worth trying it out later in the summer. Maybe Dutch Creek earlier in the season?

Good idea to get in better shape before riding season. I plan to as well... but we all know how plans sometimes go.

I am not great at mechanical work but I try to be useful to other riders by being able to lift heavey stuff.